Traverse Theatre (Scotland) Ltd

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Traverse Theatre (Scotland) Ltd

The Traverse Theatre’s mission is to nurture, develop and produce the work of contemporary playwrights in Scotland to the highest possible standards, and alongside this to develop and present high-quality translations of leading international plays. To this end the company commissions new writers from Scotland and around the world.

The Traverse provides:

• A local and national audience with stimulating, entertaining and contemporary theatre, both international and from Scotland, at accessible prices in an informal theatre environment.

• Support and guidance to new and experienced writers seeking to develop their skills as theatre writers in and for Scotland.

• Encouragement to people of all ages wishing to learn about and participate in the creation of theatre through playwriting, in the company of professional writers, producers and performers.